How to Fix Your Rental Apartment’s Most Annoying Features

2. Drab curtains

If the existing window treatments are outdated or ineffective, consider adding curtains or blinds that match your style while providing privacy and blocking out light. Sheer curtains are a great choice here as they will allow light to enter your space but still provide privacy.

A good tip to make a space look bigger is to hang the curtains from the top of the ceiling to the bottom, even if the windows aren't that big.

4. Ugly walls

Can't paint? Turn to art or removable wallpaper.

For a gallery wall that's equal parts curated and casual, mix up the shape, size, and colour of your frames. For wallpaper, consider your style and pick a design that fits in with the colour scheme of your existing furniture.

6. Lack of storage

Storage in an apartment can be limited. The first step would be a good de-cluttering session. Take a hard look at what you have and donate/throw away anything that you don't use.

When it comes to optimising storage space, it's important to take a floor-to-ceiling approach. Vertical space often gets neglected but by using tall shelves, hanging up mops in cupboards, and using hanging organisers, you'll save yourself a decent amount of floor space.

When it comes to buying furniture, opt for designs that double as storage space e.g. a bed frame with drawers or a coffee table that opens.

8. An ugly bathroom

If you're dealing with a bathroom that's less than pretty, it's time to look at the details. Make things more luxurious by adding a nice tray for lavish soaps, hang some plush bath towels in your favourite colour, lay a matching bath mat, and add an indoor plant that's bathroom-friendly.